Star Anise
Illicium verum fruit is used to make star anise, a spice known for its unusual star-shaped appearance and licorice-like flavor. Star anise is a popular spice used in cooking and medicine that gives food a sweet, aromatic flavor, especially in Asian cuisines and drinks like chai tea and mulled wine. Star anise is mostly utilized in cooking, but it also has important elements including calcium, iron, and potassium, as well as vitamins A and C.
Description
| Nutrient | Amount per 100g |
| Calories | 337 kcal |
| Total Fat | 15.9 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 50.02 g |
| Sodium | 16 mg |
| Fiber | 14.6 g |
| Protein | 17.6 g |
| Calcium | 646 mg |
| Iron | 38.5 mg |
| Potassium | 1588 mg |
| Vitamin A | 32 IU |
| Vitamin C | 21 mg |
*These are approximations that may differ based on the particular variety and method of processing used for the star anise.
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